The Delta Dispatch
Treating Gunshot Wounds: A Professional Responder’s Guide
Gunshot wounds are life-threatening emergencies that require quick, precise action. This guide for professional responders covers wound assessment, bleeding control, chest seal application for thoracic injuries, and key steps for safe transport to trauma centers.
Advanced First Aid for Dog Bites: A Firefighter & EMS Responder’s Guide
Dog bites demand swift, skilled care from first responders. Our Red Cross Advanced First Aid & EMR course trains firefighters and EMS personnel in critical skills—from scene safety to wound management and emotional support. Learn to confidently handle dog bite emergencies and more with hands-on training that prepares you for real-world situations.
The Most Overlooked First Aid Skills—And Why They Matter in Real Emergencies
First aid isn’t just CPR and bandages. Learn why overlooked skills like scene assessment, gaining consent, and offering emotional support are often the most important actions in an emergency—and how they can save lives before you even touch a patient.
Scene Assessment for AFA & EMR: A Step-by-Step Guide
Discover how first responders assess scenes in seconds using real tools like HEMPPA, PWCATS, and SCORTS. We teach it in our EMR course — with real-world scenarios to make it stick.